How to Pronounce Auction

To pronounce "auction", say AUCT-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɒkʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɒkʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “auction”

"auction" has 2 syllables: auct-ion. It rhymes with concoction, if that helps it stick.

What does auction mean?

noun

  1. A public event where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder.
  2. The first stage of a deal, in which players bid to determine the final contract.

verb

  1. To sell at an auction.

Synonyms

roup sale

Words that rhyme with auction

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

concoction

Related words

auctioneervenduebiddersellingsalesellprocurement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "auction"?▾

"Auction" has 2 syllables: auct · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "auction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "auction" is /ˈɒkʃən/.

What does "auction" mean?▾

Auction: A public event where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder.

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